Expert reviews
“The Ludlow is in the heart of the Lower East Side, one of the city’s most desirable areas for the hip and youthful set. The hotel wins high marks for its neighborhood feel and is a smart choice for travelers looking for an authentic sense of place away from the crowds.”
“One of New York’s best-loved boutique hotels, in the Lower East Side, with a heavy glug of 1970s cool thrown in for good measure. Rooms are comfy and there’s a fun American take on a French bistro, Dirty French, which is popular with locals.”
What guests liked
- Beautiful rooms
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Excellent Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Located at 180 Ludlow Street on the Lower East Side of New York, this four-star hotel offers the best in hospitality services and amenities. The hotel offers quality services while the rooms are fitted with modern state-of-the-art facilities.
The hotel offers stylish and luxurious living conditions for tourists and travelers in the city. The excellent Ludlow Hotel provides stunning and spectacular views of the city skyscrapers and bridges while its proximity to city landmarks and places of interest makes it a favorite for tourists in the city.
The hotel rooms are well-furnished with modern décor and decorations while hardwood floors and handmade silks are also featured in the rooms. The Ludlow Hotel provides accommodation options such as Ludlow Double, Mini Studio, Skybox Loft, King Studio and Double Room. Some rooms come with a private terrace such as Queen Studio with terrace and Loft King with Terrace.
The hotel is 450 m away from the popular Lower East Side Tenement Museum while ABC Playground is just 100 m away from the hotel. Iconic places such as Times Square and Statue of Liberty are 4 km and 6 km respectively away from the hotel.
The rooms in the hotel are fitted with standard amenities such as free Wi-Fi for high-speed internet access, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning and a comfy sofa. The rooms also come with a private bathroom with thoughtful touches such as free toiletries, deluxe rain showers, and bathroom slippers.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
17 November 2025
Excellent. Great room, great service, great vibe. All great!
Great location and atmosphere
No dresser in room.
9 November 2025
We will be back it provide everything we wanted & the restaurant Dirty French was great food & ambience
Location is fantastic,staff were fantastic went out of their way to help any way they could
Unfortunately the bed was very squeaky
8 November 2025
A great place to celebrate the NYC marathon
Location is perfect for LES hipness and great restaurants.
NO REAL NIGHTSTANDS in our room #502 was a real problem. Could not place waters , phone, remote, etc… on a nightstand. Strongly suggest you get this sorted for the price of the rooms.
29 October 2025
Exceptional
Great vibe and location
20 October 2025
Fabulous
Great location, friendly and helpful staff,
20 October 2025
Comfortable and cool stay in a lovely location
It was a beautiful room with a great view. For such a small space they utlised well as well. We were delighted when the room was available for early check in as we'd caught a red eye and were exhausted!
There were a lot of expensive things filling up the space that we could buy but took up most of the bedside table. It is expensive but NYC is generally so we were happy with the price. No plant based options on the menu was a real shame.
20 October 2025
Made a whirlwind 24 hours feel way more comfortable!
Beautifully appointed, super comfortable, amazing views, quiet and amazing location.
20 October 2025
Great location, really relaxed welcoming hotel with great public area, very comfortable bed, lovely room with great view
Very nice bar and restaurant areas. Very relaxed welcoming vibe. Incredibly comfortable bed.
Bathroom space very tight. Little storage space
20 October 2025
A must stay
Stunning rooms and views. Bathroom was phenomenal, would go back just for that. Comfy bed but location wise was abit out of the hustle and bustle if that is what you want in NYC.
15 October 2025
Our favorite hotel in nyc.
Great Lobby. Great staff. High quality furnishings, linens, and toiletries.
Not much. I really like it. Rooms are small but I don't mind. They are elk thought out and nice.
14 October 2025
Lovely hotel. Relaxing, welcoming, great location. A “home from home”. We have stayed before and will stay again. A supe
Lovely communal space, lovely rooms
Limited bar/ lounge opening hours at night
9 October 2025
Exceptional
We were getting civilly married in Manhattan and chose the Ludlow for its location, in walking distance to City Hall and close to some of the best parts of the LES. The facilities were fantastic and the service impeccable: They upgraded our High Floor Queen to a Skybox Loft and gifted us a bottle of prosecco. The rooftop is also stunning - we were able to take photos up there after our City Hall appointment. We ordered room service twice and the food was delicious. I would definitely go to the restaurant next time. Katz's and Russ & Daughters are on the corner - perfect for breakfast!
Literally had a perfect stay. No notes.
7 October 2025
Good hotel nicely placed, very decent food and we would go back but would make sure to get a larger
The staff in reception were very welcome and accommodating. We were staying for 4 nights and found our first room was too small and asked to change to larger one for an extra charge of course. Rooms in NY aren’t that big but although the Ludlow is beautifully designed we felt the standard room to be way too small. Not really much room to unpack so we didn’t bother. Breakfast was good. We both like different things to eat so it’s important to have the variation. We found most of the staff to be very cheerful.
There were one or two of the staff in the restaurant that we felt were a little on the sullen side but it’s possible they stood out by comparison to the ones who cheerful.
3 October 2025
Exceptional
Ambience
Some very interesting types outside and especially in the evening which made going in and out of the hotel a bit sketchy
30 September 2025
Great for family of four
The front desk staff are very friendly and helpful. The double room--two separate rooms with a hallway in between, with the bathroom located in the hallway--was perfect for our family of four. The only issue with the room is that you walk right into the tight queen bedroom, but the king room is quite spacious with a sitting area. We will definitely stay here again.
29 September 2025
Exceptional
Everything was superb. The room with the bathroom exceeded my expectations! The staff was very helpful. I loved that they provide free bath salts and bath bubbles.
29 September 2025
Very good
Very stylish decor Cool spot
Noisy
27 September 2025
I'd come again.
Bed was comfortable. Service was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. I was missing a toothbrush and they happily provided a dental kit.
It would have been nice to have a way to fix tea in the room. I do understand why they didn't (the room was very small), but it meant that I couldn't have a cup of tea when I rose at 5:30 a.m.
9 September 2025
Great location, fave in Manhattan. So accomodating
Stayed for the second time for our wedding and we’re lucky enough to chat to the lady with the amazing blow dry at the front desk who helped us upgrade to the most amazing room I’ve ever stayed in. You truly made our trip and sorry your colleague took the flowers! My favourite Manhattan hotel that I’ll always return to! Nothing is too much to ask, all basic amenities covered and more
6 September 2025
I will stay back if they have different mattress for me like a little firm :-))
Decoration , clean and the balcony w plants , I feel I was at home
The mattress and pillow too soft for me
5 September 2025
A fantasticly stylish hotel in a very trendy area
Great location, very stylish rooms
Nothing we loved it
4 September 2025
Highly recommended
Perfect location for exploring the Lower East Side. Great shower/bath, ample space, and super comfy bed. Staff were welcoming and polite.
A minor point but the lifts/elevators can take a long time to arrive at your floor. Something to keep in mind if you're in a rush.
2 September 2025
Our third visit to New York City and our third stay at the Ludlow do I need to say more?
Our third visit to New York City and our third stay at the Ludlow do I need to say more? - The Location is a great starting point to explore NYC an feel the vibe of the Lower East Side. - The Staff is exceptional and always make us feel welcome and at home - The whole Hotel and also the Rooms have great design and are not your typical standard hotel flair - Balcony in NYC is always a Win ;)
It has the same NYC Issues that all Hotels in that Region have. Everything is rather small and of course it comes with a price.
1 September 2025
Very good
Gorgeous decor. Delicious food. Helpful staff. Excellent location.
1 September 2025
Amazing stay !
Great design, very comfortable, we loved everting about our stay!
18 August 2025
Great stay in the Lower East Side. Would 100% recommend and come again!
Great hotel in the LES perfect for a few days’ stay in the big Apple. We loved how comfy the bed was and the shower was incredible. Amazing views both from the room and from the rooftop.
The room was fairly small. It is pricey but worth it for a special occasion.
13 August 2025
Above expectations, excellent hotel+staff. Brilliant location.
Excellent vibe, outstanding staff.
Nothing.
12 August 2025
incredibly beautiful and stylish hotel
I stayed at this hotel for my birthday and it was an unforgettable experience! The interior is beautiful, stylish, and thoughtfully designed, and the panoramic view of the city is simply breathtaking. There are so many pleasant little details that make the stay feel special, and the service is truly top-quality. The staff kindly allowed me a late check-out and surprised me with a lovely gift — champagne and sweets — which made my day even more memorable. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for comfort, elegance, and a unique New York experience.
10 August 2025
Very good
We enjoyed the general relaxed atmosphere of the hotel.
The street noise (4th floor) and the noise from the air conditioning were quite noticeable.
8 August 2025
A stay beyond expectation!
Everything was beyond expectation, it should definitely deserve a 10/10 on booking.com. I booked the room for my wife's birthday, and the front desk manager upgraded us to a suite on the 19th floor, with one of the most beautiful views I've ever seen. And a complimentary Prosecco bottle. EVERYTHING was perfect, thoughtful, beautiful, classy. I don't know how I can thank you more. Definitely recommend it!
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29 July 2025
Good enough to return but bigger closet please
Great staff.Perfect location.I will be going back.
Closet space way too small. Too many chairs in the room.
28 July 2025
Beautiful setting to a weekend getaway.
The Hotel is beautiful and everyone is extremely nice.
There wasn't anyplace to put my toiletries bag, watch etc. I would minimize the merchandise to give clients more room. Also, a quilt would have been nice. The comforter was too hot.
27 July 2025
Very good
nicely renovated rooms with fine details, lovely (although not filled with morning light) breakfast
a bit pricey, location is fine but clearly not as central as in would be ideal
7 July 2025
Great experience! We would recommend it.
Very charming, great location, very nice bar and lounge area. Beds were comfortable, nice towels, linens and bathrobes.
The bedside tables were too low and small. With the hotel phone on it there wasn’t room for much else.
3 July 2025
Cool and friendly
Very nice vibe and lovely staff. Great communal sitting area.
Couple of things didn’t work in the room but quickly fixed
30 June 2025
Chic, Comfortable and Very New York! The Ludlow is a DREAM!
Amazing room with everything you could need. Really comfortable stay and the staff couldn't be anymore helpful. They were keen to help with everything and were super friendly! Made our first time in New York a memorable one!
It was all amazing!
28 June 2025
Great hotel overall with nice room fixtures, but beds were uncomfortable.
Great ambiance and friendly staff.
Bed was very uncomfortable and the room had a hard time cooling down.
27 June 2025
Elegantly cool
The staff were exceptional at this hotel. It was my first time visiting New York and wanted to have a better view of the city, so after the first night they moved me to a higher floor which I was very appreciative of. The bed was super comfortable, facilities were really nice, and decor was generally very chic.
25 June 2025
Will definitely return!
Great location as well as easy subway access. The room (sky loft) was excellent, fantastic views of manhattan from every room. Discovering the roof top area was a real bonus and a great surprise. The staff were excellent and very helpful.
Nothing
24 June 2025
The perfect city escape.
The vibe, the people, the energy all perfect. Room was cosy, location was amazingly situated and the bed, could have slept there a lifetime.
Nothing.
19 June 2025
Stayed over a week and we kept referring to the Ludlow as our “apartment” because we felt so at home
Everything about our stay was perfection. The view from the Skybox Loft was incredible, the staff were warm and helpful, the lounge’s fireplace was a cozy refuge after long days spent wandering the city, and the location fit our needs perfectly. We 100% recommend the Ludlow!
Breakfast service at Dirty French was slow, the waiter even seemed irritated that we were there. We had to ask for butter, jam, salt, pepper and ketchup when our breakfast arrived and the drinks (matcha and chai) were not hot. The food tasted good, but was served lukewarm and service was lackluster. When we ordered room service, however, food was warm and delicious.
15 June 2025
Good hotel in good location - just book a room with a king bed
Friendly staff with very quick responses to extras for rooms. Close to subways and buses. Bar area well lit and great variety of small dishes and drinks. Would recommend normal rooms rather than spending more on the skyloft rooms - just go up to the roof top for free and great views of the area.
Skyloft room had a double bed and was poorly lit even when we asked for an extra lamp. We stayed one night in our son’s room with a king size bed in lower level - much better
12 June 2025
Wonderful ❤️
The atmosphere, the decorations
11 June 2025
Fabulous
Beautiful hotel in very cool area. Skyloft and views from terrace really are something to behold.
10 June 2025
Lovely hotel in convenient area with food good amenities.
We loved the room with two separate bedrooms. It was perfect for our party of 3.
Nothing
10 June 2025
The perfect place to stay, location, kind staff, clean rooms and little noise
Queen loft room with tub- was an incredible room, the staff were so hospitable, the rooms were clean, sound was so minimal. You can’t hear any rooms around you and hardly anything outside (apart from sirens which is expected). Location was perfect- explore the streets around here so many cute cafes, bars and boutiques. Wish there was a Ludlow in the other cities I’ve visited as I would stay with them again
6 June 2025
Unforgettable wedding stay
Absolutely loved the Ludlow hotel. We chose to stay here as we were coming to New York to get married. We treated ourself to a sky loft room and wow it was totally worth it! The view was amazing, particularly when the sun come through in the mornings. The location was great, easy to get a bus or the subway or walk.. the location felt much more authentic New York, I would compare to Shoreditch in London. The room was kept clean, room service amazing and every day it was spotless with new fresh towels. The bed was comfy too! There was also a nice bar to hang out in the lobby, which did food and snacks and you could always get a spot there to sit. Finally the reception staff were great, they took my wedding flower delivery in for me and put it in my room and when we asked for a steamer they were straight up with it. I honestly had the best time staying here and can’t wait to come back again.
Nothing!
2 June 2025
Brilliant
Beautiful hotel in a great location. One of the most comfortable hotel rooms and beds! Great bathroom exactly like the photos. Staff allowed for early check in which was really appreciated after long overnight flight.
Nothing
31 May 2025
Fantastic stay at The Ludlow
Brilliant location for exploring lower Manhattan and Brooklyn but also easy to get into Mid town, Central Park etc. Staff were very friendly and even though there were lots of people staying it felt so relaxed and we loved chilling out by the fire with drinks. The rooms were so comfortable and had everything you needed. Would love to go back.
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Facilities for disabled guests
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Soundproof rooms
- - Heating
- - Allergy-free room
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Pet bowls
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Fitness
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Sun terrace
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Parking
- - Parking garage
Accessibility
- - Wheelchair accessible
Miscellaneous
- - Breakfast takeaway containers
- - Delivered food is securely covered
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Thermometers for guests provided by property
- - Face masks for guests available

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22 November 2025
above and beyond